1986 Lancia Delta vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Delta weights approximately 398 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Lancia Delta (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life. 1999 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1986 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1986 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lancia Delta | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Lancia | Honda |
Model | Delta | Life |
Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |